The food and service was incredible, we had Wayland who was extremely knowledgable, friendly, and…read morehelpful. The portions were generous and delicious. Adorable place.

The atmosphere was beautiful, the service was amazing, and the food was excellent! I give it five…read morestars!

Lotte is a rock star in the managing of restaurants!…read more The Sunday buffet is excellent and well presented!! There are enough servers making sure things are covered. I'm a one plate guy and the staff was explaining that I could get more. LOL...Now thats funny! The views are great and very chilled. Great place for a Sunday breakfast.

Extremely disappointing experience at Mission Ranch…read more We were genuinely looking forward to eating at Mission Ranch while visiting Carmel, but the way we were treated completely ruined the experience. We arrived with our child and were told the wait would be about an hour and a half. We understood that the restaurant was busy, so we decided to wait. Two hours later, we still hadn't been seated. What made the situation especially frustrating was watching the woman at the front seat people who had arrived after us, while repeatedly seeming to look us over and pass us by. After waiting well beyond the time we'd been quoted, with no meaningful explanation or acknowledgment, we'd had enough. We left. A long wait at a popular restaurant is understandable. What isn't understandable is giving guests a 90-minute estimate, leaving them waiting for two hours, seating later arrivals ahead of them, and failing to communicate what is happening. For a place with Mission Ranch's reputation, location, and prices, I expected a much higher level of hospitality and professionalism. Instead, we walked away feeling ignored and unwelcome. We never even got the opportunity to find out whether the food was good, because the front-of-house experience was bad enough that we weren't willing to give them any more of our time. Two hours wasted in Carmel. There are far too many wonderful restaurants in the area to spend an evening waiting around somewhere that doesn't seem particularly concerned whether you're there or not.

We ordered a dozen raw oysters, and every one was fresh and delicious. There were a few small shell…read morefragments that may have been left behind during shucking, but it didn't take away from the overall experience. The Fish Tacos were outstanding. The fish was cooked perfectly, the proportions of vegetables and avocado were spot-on, and whatever sauce they use was absolutely out-of-this-world delicious. The Kalbi Short Ribs were another highlight, cooked perfectly and seasoned to perfection. Our server, Jasmine, was one of the best we've had. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and somehow managed to get our food out to us very quickly without making us feel rushed. The restaurant itself also had a surprisingly great setup, especially considering how small and compact everything can feel in Carmel. Overall, this was a fantastic experience from the food to the service and atmosphere. Definitely a place I'd be happy to visit again!

Korean and Asian fusion restaurant at Carmel by the sea. We were in town and looking for lunch…read moreplace and found this restaurant. It was not a large restaurant and It was busy even in the early lunch time. It was very crowded at Carmel. We were lucky we got table when we arrived. The menu varies from Korean dishes,seafood, salad, bin/tacos. They also bar service. They have wine, Beer and cocktails. We ordered Beach Bonfire cocktail For the food, we order Clam Chowder bowl, and Korean Fusion Trio. The Clam Chowder is yummy. It is creamy with chunck of potatoes. The Korean Fusion Trio portion is ok and it is also yummy with combination of Galbi, spicy pork and Kimchi Fried Rice. The service was ok. Overall it was a nice lunch at Carmel.

This place is intimate, classy, and perfect for a date night. We sat outside and they had heaters…read moreand blankets! That was awesome! Our server, Eddie, was excellent and had an impressive knowledge of the menu. He even helped us with wine-pairing suggestions for some of the dishes we ordered, which made the experience even better. The Bluefin Tuna Crudo was prepared perfectly, the tuna was incredibly fresh, seasoned just right, and beautifully garnished. The Halibut was equally impressive, cooked to the perfect doneness and complemented by excellent seasoning and garnishes. We also decided to try the Lobster Roll, and we're glad we did. It was delicious, with a perfectly toasted brioche bun that really brought everything together. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience and a great choice for date night. We're definitely glad we decided to eat here!

I don't mind paying $100 for breakfast if the food tastes great. The atmosphere here is beautiful…read moreand the service was very good, but unfortunately, neither my wife nor I really enjoyed the taste of the food. For us, the main reason to go out for breakfast is to enjoy delicious food. Great atmosphere and service are important, but the food still has to be the highlight. Unfortunately, it wasn't for us, and that's the main reason for my two-star review.

This place was such a cute establishment to go to while staying in Carmel…read more They don't accept reservations. When my +1 and I walked up on Monday morning, we signed their wait list about half a page full. Already aware of the possible of wait, I asked another couple up front if they had waited long. They told me (to my horror) for an hour. Fortunately, we arrived after the breakfast rush wave (about 10:30am) and were seated after waiting for about 10-15 minutes. We were seated at the back room which was nice. It was a little bit more quieter compared to the front room. It was well decorated to look like a quaint cottage. What stuck my attention was the lovely mural on its walls with pinches of humor. Hostess and waiters were friendly and service was very quick. We were in and out of the restaurant in 30 minutes from being seated to the bill. We picked the ye old breakfast with choice of sausage and a ye old sweet with sausage as well. The food was delicious. I also ordered a coffee and my mug was never empty during the meal. Would definitely recommend this to anyone going to Carmel. Even though I was fortunate, I'd probably try to put my name in the list early or avoid the rush.

There is a decent amount of seating inside and loved the decor, there were painting in the wall…read morewith a lot going on if you pay close attention. It had me laughing...it was in a good way. The service, great service and food prepared rather quickly! Got the savory plate with eggs, bacon, hash browns and toast. Eggs just a touch over done but still good, hash browns were good and Bacon was perfectly crispy. I would definitely come back and try more here. Also the town is awesome so if you're in the area, and want some breakfast, this is a solid choice.

Food is amazing, service spectacular. My only complaint is the wait times but it is understandable…read morebecause the food is so good!!!!! The atmosphere and the employees make a great place to dine!!!

A few weekends ago we were on our way to the Monterey Bay Aquarium but we were unable to get a…read moretable because there was a long wait and we had hungry kids. We stayed in Monterey this weekend and were able to come again but at a different time with no wait time. We are really glad we came back to try it. It is so cute inside! Everyone who works there is so friendly, they seem to really enjoy working there. The food was really good, way better than the pictures. Very cute and would love to come back again when we are visiting to try something different. If you come and there is a long wait, there is a reason for it.

The menu is varied; something for everyone. The pancakes are fabulous!…read moreGood coffee! Considering the lines of people waiting, they move very quickly to get customers in. The heated cement seats are warm and cozy outside. I usually order food to go on the weekends so my grandchildren can have their favorite pancakes.

As locals, we have had the opportunity of visiting First Awakening since they first opened down the…read morehill. The quality of the food, the service, as well as the pricing of the plates, has been consistent since the opened. They may have to raise prices given our wonderful economy, however, and we make this point, the selections, and portions of food is never reduced. Now for those who always seem more intent on complaining about food ,or service, Have we experienced less than great servic,certainly. Have experienced poor food, NO. Now for those whose visit seemed to be a disaster, rember, Cannery Row has many fine restaurants. Too the rest ofus, just keep on smiling.

Bike & coffee review!!…read more Let's start with the coffee. By far the best I had my whole trip to Carmel/Monterey. Absolute perfection. We actually all got drinks from their seasonal menu. Highly recommend using the pistachio milk! Presentation was gorgeous and service was SO good. Friendliest people fr. The space is so clean and so trendy, welcoming, and smells amazing. Don't forget a pup cup for your pup! DO THE BIKE RENTALS! Absolute highlight of our trip. BUT the team at this location recommended we actually rent from their Monterey location based on what we wanted to experience (literally biking on the coast / 17 mile drive route- hello!!!). They were also able to recommend what bikes we should book, etc. Only thing that wasn't cute was the prices on the flyer at the bike shop are inaccurate. Said $50 all day ride from Monterey but in fact it was $75. They said the flyer was out of date. Regardless, Mad Dog is so fab

So much fun. The guys show you how the bike works before you take off…read more They offer a bunch off add-ons that you can purchase. Helmet does come with the rental. There is a 3 hr limit but in that time we were able to see a lot

This was our favorite meal during our week in Carmel. We had an 11a lunch reservation. The oysters…read morewith mignonette and cucumber was simple yet super tasty. The gnocchi, as others have pointed out, was delicate and had a wonderful texture. My duck was out of this world. It had a Thai cream sauce with a medley of nicely cut julienne veg. Pizza was wonderful (perfect crust) and a tomato salad was very much enjoyed by our group. Service: quick and responsive to requests. This is Michelin-rated for good reason and should be on your program while visiting. On our next visit, we'll go for breakfast, which is only Friday-Sunday.

I came here for my friends bday celebration- it is one of her fav places - I was able to get…read moreopentable reservation for it - yay! Much better experience compared to last time. The servers were so happy and delightful! Felt like you were in Italy - tight seatings - inside decor was like someone sitting inside a home with a window - super cute & adorable! Things that will make me come back again with my family: - truffle & fig pizza - best pizza in Carmel - oysters - so smooth and tasty - spicy oil - OMG! - bread and butter - service of the waiters Things that were good but didn't blow my mind: - roasted cauliflower - gnocchi Thank god for Open Table - will come back again to try other dishes! Yummy!!

Thai tea would get a Canchola's 6th star because of how delicious and for how amazing the service…read morewas. By far one of the best breakfasts I've had. They have indoor and outdoor seating , we got their early so the seats were a little wet but Rita wiped down the seats and provided us with blanket covers so the seats were not cold and we had some warmth. She was beyond kind and it was very much appreciated. Also there are only a few parking in front so you may have to park a street or two over. Servicewas just outstanding... Rita checked on us often, brought out treats and water for our dogs and was just amazing. Food: The braised corn beef hash: was absolute perfection... I love corn beef hash and this take with the braised corned beef just spoils you with deliciousness. The poached egg was perfect, I have never braised corned beef but I'm going to learn to try and make a dish like this. My wife got the chicken and waffles, and she gave me some and it was perfect, the one thing that hit the most was the breading on the chicken was so delicious , they made sure the flavor complemented the sweetness of the waffle and syrup, the chicken was tender and with the waffle it was just something else. I also tried their biscuit and gravy and it was so good. The sausage in the gravy and the flavor was so delicious. Overall you can't for wrong here... the complement to the chef and the Rita... you truly have a hidden Gem that we are glad we found.

When we chose this restaurant, we should've sorted by most recent. Sadly, we had the exact same…read moreexperience as it turns out others have had. When we arrived, restaurant was half full. We were patient, as there was only one person working. Over the next 1/2hr, at least four tables were seated, ordered and received food. We sat there... two black men and myself obviously being treated different. Even the dog, yes the dog at the table next to us was served his bowl of water before us. I had not been back to Carmel for 30 years since I moved out of state. What a nauseating experience, as I was sharing some childhood memories with my son, and my husband. Turns out our complaint to our server was pointless, as she tried to lie her way out of it "we lost your order in the kitchen." Then another gentleman appeared, turns out that this server was the owner. Filled w excuses and honestly, just because he was an immigrant doesn't mean he was a "brown"minority. This place is small and intimate, and they let us sit there, staring, looking, wondering why we are being treated different. No one said a peep until 45 minutes in. I started inquiring where our food was. I would've warned the handful of minorities that had arrived and we're waiting to be seated, but my husband asked me not to, as he said it's pointless and it looks like times haven't changed., especially in Carmel Not that it matters, but the lobster Benedict was mediocre at best, just enough lobster that it wasn't a lie I guess